Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport
KMKC, Kansas City, MO
- Longest runway
- 01/19 (6,827 ft)
About 2 miles to downtown Kansas City
Wheeler Downtown airport guide
Private Jet Charter to Kansas City
Wheeler Downtown Airport is just across the river from downtown Kansas City, one of the most convenient city-center airports in the country.
- Main airport
- MKC / KMKC
- Elevation
- 759 ft
- Longest runway
- 01/19 (6,827 ft)
- Customs
- Confirmed with your quote
Flying Private to Kansas City
Wheeler Downtown is a few minutes from the Power & Light District and Crown Center. Kansas City International, north of the city, suits airline connections.
Football weekends bring the biggest spikes in demand.
Kansas City Airports for Private Jets
Which airport is best depends on where you are going on the ground, the time of day and the aircraft.
Kansas City International Airport
KMCI, Kansas City, MO
- Longest runway
- 01L/19R (10,801 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
About 18 miles to downtown Kansas City
Kansas City International airport guideBefore You Book Kansas City
The local rules and conditions that affect your aircraft, schedule and price.
Airport Choice
Wheeler Downtown for the city center and Arrowhead; Kansas City International for airline connections.
Game Days
Book early for home playoff games.
When Demand Peaks in Kansas City
Book early for these dates. Quieter periods offer the widest choice of aircraft.
- September to January
- Chiefs home games.
- Winter
- Snow and ice can add time on the ground.
Flight Times and Prices to Kansas City
Estimated one-way flight times and prices to MKC for aircraft that fly the trip nonstop. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning. Estimate a different trip
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize jet | Heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 1,091 mi | 2 hr 55 min$12,800–$18,600 | 2 hr 50 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 40 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 1,363 mi | 3 hr 5 min$13,500–$19,600 | 3 hr$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 50 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Miami (OPF) | 1,234 mi | 3 hr 10 min$13,900–$20,000 | 3 hr 5 min$16,800–$22,000 | 2 hr 50 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 452 mi | 1 hr 20 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 15 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 15 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 404 mi | 1 hr 20 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 15 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 10 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Houston (HOU) | 656 mi | 1 hr 45 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 40 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 35 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| San Francisco (SFO) | 1,503 mi | 3 hr 20 min$14,700–$21,500 | 3 hr 15 min$17,900–$23,000 | 3 hr 5 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 1,143 mi | 2 hr 40 min$11,600–$16,800 | 2 hr 35 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 25 min$36,500–$56,000 |
Best Aircraft for Kansas City
Light jets cover the Midwest and Texas; super-midsize jets fly to both coasts nonstop.
Kansas City Private Jet Questions
Which Kansas City airport is closest to downtown?
Wheeler Downtown (MKC), about two miles away.
How long is a private flight from Dallas to Kansas City?
About 1 hr 20 min in a light jet.
